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Geriatric Pain.

Lynch1

  • 1Department of Anesthesiology, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th Street, Lubbock, TX 79430, USA.

Current Review of Pain
|September 22, 2000
PubMed
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Geriatric pain presents a growing healthcare challenge. This article focuses on managing chronic pain in older adults, addressing its complexities and treatment strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Pain Management
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Geriatric pain is a significant and increasing healthcare concern.
  • Pain in older adults can be acute (trauma, surgery) or chronic (illness sequelae).
  • Effective management strategies for geriatric chronic pain are crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the management of chronic pain in the geriatric population.
  • To highlight the importance of addressing geriatric pain as a major health issue.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on geriatric pain management.
  • Discussion of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options.
  • Consideration of the unique challenges in managing pain in older adults.

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Main Results:

  • Chronic pain is prevalent in the geriatric population.
  • Multimodal approaches are often necessary for effective pain control.
  • Treatment must consider comorbidities and functional status.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive pain management is essential for improving quality of life in older adults.
  • Further research is needed to optimize pain interventions for this demographic.
  • Addressing geriatric pain requires a multidisciplinary approach.